Looking for business Orientated etsy accountants?
Why choose city mill as your Etsy accountant?
Leading Etsy accountants in Hampshire.
Running an Etsy shop can be an incredibly rewarding way to showcase your creativity, but managing the financial side—such as tax compliance, bookkeeping, and accounting—can be overwhelming. At City Mill, we understand the unique challenges faced by Etsy sellers and creative entrepreneurs. Our team of expert accountants specialises in helping you stay on top of your finances, so you can focus on growing your brand and delighting your customers.
Whether you sell handmade crafts, vintage treasures, or digital products, we tailor our accounting services to your Etsy business. From understanding platform fees to navigating global tax rules for international sales, our team ensures your financial operations are streamlined and fully compliant with UK tax laws.
What makes us the ideal partner for Etsy sellers?
Specialist Expertise in Creative Businesses
We know the Etsy platform inside out, including listing fees, payment schedules, and managing income from international sales. Our services are specifically designed to meet the needs of creative entrepreneurs, helping you turn your passion into a thriving business.
Optimised for Handmade and Digital Sales
Selling on Etsy comes with unique considerations, such as managing small-batch inventory or processing digital downloads. We provide financial insights and tools to manage these aspects effectively, ensuring you have a clear understanding of your business’s profitability.
Customised Tax Advice
Whether you’re navigating VAT on international orders, income tax, or allowable business expenses, our tailored advice ensures you’re compliant while minimising your tax burden. For digital product sellers, we also assist with the complexities of EU VAT (MOSS) registration.
Time-Saving, Cloud-Based Solutions
We use leading cloud-accounting tools like Xero to automate bookkeeping, track expenses, and manage Etsy shop transactions. You’ll have real-time access to your financial data, letting you make informed decisions quickly.
Comprehensive Support Beyond the Numbers
We don’t just crunch numbers; we act as your strategic partner. From analysing sales trends to planning for seasonal demand spikes, we provide actionable insights to help your Etsy shop thrive.
Why Etsy Sellers Love City Mill
- Tailored Solutions: We understand the nuances of creative businesses and offer advice specific to your niche.
- Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees or surprises—just straightforward, reliable support.
- Long-Term Partnership: We’re committed to helping your Etsy shop thrive, not just today but in the future.
Our Etsy Accounting Services
Achieve your business goals.
Accounting for Etsy Shops
Whether you sell locally, ship internationally, or offer a mix of digital and physical goods, we manage your financial records to ensure everything is accurate and up to date. Our services help you optimise cash flow and plan for growth.
Tax Preparation for Etsy Sellers
Etsy businesses often face unique tax challenges, such as VAT for EU orders and self-assessment returns. We help you navigate these complexities, ensuring you claim all eligible deductions, from materials and marketing to shipping costs.
Inventory and Cost Management
Tracking materials, managing inventory, and calculating costs of goods sold are crucial for profitability. We provide tools and advice to streamline these processes, helping you identify the true cost of each product.
Etsy Specific Financial Reporting
Our KPI reports are tailored for Etsy sellers, tracking metrics like average order value, repeat customer rates, and the impact of Etsy ads. These insights help you refine your strategy and increase your shop’s profitability.
Global Sales Compliance
Etsy opens doors to a worldwide market, but international sales can bring tax complications. We assist with understanding customs duties, cross-border VAT requirements, and other regulatory hurdles.
Scalable Solutions for Growing Shops
Whether you’re transitioning from a side hustle to a full-time business or expanding your product line, we provide scalable accounting solutions to support your growth.
Tax-Efficient Strategies
Maximising tax efficiency is key to keeping more of your earnings. We offer expert advice on allowable expenses, income structuring, and VAT optimisation, ensuring your business operates as tax-efficiently as possible.
Pricing and Profitability Analysis
Setting the right price for your products is critical. We provide detailed profitability analysis, taking into account materials, labour, platform fees, and shipping costs, so you can price your items competitively while maximising returns.
Advisory Services for Etsy Entrepreneurs
From product pricing strategies to understanding Etsy’s fee structure, our advisory services ensure your shop operates efficiently and remains competitive. We also help plan for long-term success, whether it’s scaling up or preparing for a future exit.
How it works
Our Etsy Accounting & Business Processes.
We offer all the usual accounting services small businesses need—bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, tax returns, and year-end accounts—making sure everything is accurate, compliant, and delivered on time. From the moment you send us your paperwork, we take care of the rest, guiding you through a simple, reliable process designed to support your business at every stage.
Forward your paperwork to us
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We process your paperwork
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Get insights & updates
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Accounts & tax returns complete
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Once the essentials are in place, we help you look ahead. Whether it’s setting clear goals, building a business plan, or monitoring performance, we work with you to keep things on track—so you can grow with confidence.
Setting clear goals
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Developing a business plan
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Monitoring progress
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Achieving success
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Where We Are Based and Our Service Area
Etsy accountants across Hampshire and beyond.
As accountants based in Southampton, Winchester and West Sussex, we’re well placed to support businesses and individuals across the South East.
With easy access to routes like the M3 and A27, we’re never far away — but location isn’t a barrier.
We work with clients throughout England and Wales, combining local knowledge with remote capability to build long-term partnerships, wherever you’re based. If you’re nearby, we’re happy to arrange free meetings at your home, workplace or a local venue.
Just get in touch to book. We also offer fully remote services. Please note we don’t currently take on clients based in Scotland.
about city mill
While we provide all the services you’d expect from a small business accountant, such as accounts and tax returns, our true expertise lies in realising your goals. This includes scaling your business, identifying new opportunities, improving profitability, streamlining operations, and enhancing tax efficiency. Which is why we are the go to accountants for Etsy businesses in Hampshire.